meet the Commissioners

Position 1

Jeff Neely
Term Expires 12/31/27

Commissioner Jeff Neely moved to Mason county in 1991, and with an old truck, 10 used appliances and $500 was able to build and operate his first business, Quality Appliance. His business supported 18 employees, had a 6,000 sq ft show room and provided service to 4 counties, before being sold in 2009.

In 2007 Jeff purchased the Shoppers Weekly which was, at the time, a small classified paper company. Jeff, along with his wife Tracy, rebranded the company as “The Shopper” and turned the business into a full-service print shop that today services countless local businesses.

Jeff is an active member of the Mason County Amateur Radio Club, where as a licensed operator himself, he enjoys sharing his passions of amateur radio with the public and new operators alike.

Jeff has been married to his wife for 25 years and together they have 4 children and 9 grandchildren.  In 2021 Jeff sold The Shopper to his daughter and has since been enjoying retirement by spending time with his family, and traveling in their RV.

In 2023 Jeff started taking an interest in the Port and it’s roll in the growth of Shelton and the surrounding areas. He began attending Commission meetings and kept informed and involved in the happenings. In June of 2026 Jeff was appointed and sworn into office to fill the vacant seat and serve through the remainder of the term. 

Home: (360) 490-2676

Email: jeffn@portofshelton.com

Position 2

Dick Taylor
Term Expires 12/31/27

Commissioner Dick Taylor spent 34 years in the US Navy, advancing from Seaman Recruit to Commander. He is a UW Graduate and received his Masters in Business Administration in 2007. 

Dick has worked as a real-estate sales agent, served as executive director of the chamber of commerce, executive director of a not-for- profit firm providing services to developmentally disabled adults, was the project manager of a civilian submarine construction program, and served 6 years as City of Shelton’s Commissioner of Finance.

Dick serves on the PRTPO Executive Committee and is currently serving as a Chaplain for Central Mason Fire and EMS. Dick is currently the Chairman of the Port Commission and is serving his fourth four-year term.

Home: (360) 426-5214

Email: dickt@portofshelton.com